Monsters and multi-colored patterns dominated the imaginings of students in Susie Crooks’ art classes at Pearsontown Elementary. They were recently showcased at The Streets at Southpoint shopping mall in South Durham.
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The Southpoint Access development guide now tracks 30 active cases, with new meeting and hearing dates stretching into January.
![[SoDu We Dine] Two restaurants gain 6 points in latest South Durham inspection update](https://storage.ghost.io/c/50/33/50334374-93a7-4cf9-ba69-d7d51c63be2a/content/images/size/w600/2026/10/diningguide829.png)
All 12 newly added reports received A grades, including a perfect 100 at a New Hope Commons Subway.
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Treat yourself to a little midweek fun with a local news quiz, a crossword puzzle, and a Halloween coloring page for kids and grown-ups alike.
![[SoDu We Work] Holiday work, school programs, and utilities jobs](https://storage.ghost.io/c/50/33/50334374-93a7-4cf9-ba69-d7d51c63be2a/content/images/size/w600/2026/10/jobsguide829.png)
Looking for work close to home? This week’s SoDu We Work update adds 53 listings, from Southpoint retail and school programs to county utilities and campus jobs.
